19th Annual Holiday Craft Fair Friday, November 18th, 2pm to 6pm Saturday, November 19 th, 8am to 3pm --- Craft Vendor Application Form --- The OVparks would like to cordially invite you to participate in the 19th Annual Holiday Craft Fair held at the Orangevale Community Center. This Craft Fair is designed to showcase local community and area talent, as well as provide an opportunity for residents to view holiday specialty items that may not necessarily be available in the immediate area. If you have further questions, please contact the OVparks Office at (916) 988-4373. EXHIBITOR INFORMATION Exhibitor spaces are open to quality-handcrafted items, fine arts, fine imported goods, and unique gift items. NO direct sales companies will be accepted. If you are a direct sales representative please inquire about our Spring Craft Fair. The OVparks prefers exhibitors having handcrafted items and items which are unique to the area. Exhibitor spaces are generally 10 feet in depth by 10 feet in width, with two booths being 5 feet in depth by 20 feet in width. Booths with access to electricity are limited to specific locations, but are available for an additional fee. Exhibitors are required to provide their own tables and chairs, OVparks will NOT have them available for rent. If exhibitors have any special needs and/or requests, such as multiple/shared booth spaces or a preferred area, please identify these items on the application form, in the special notes section. Please note that only two craft vendors may share a vendor space, no exceptions (double spaces are considered one vendor space). If you are intending on sharing a vendor space each vendor must submit their own application. The event supervisor cannot guarantee that these requests will be accommodated; however, she will consider your requests and do her best to accommodate your needs. OVparks does not permit food vendors at the Craft Fair. Please plan ahead for your meals, there will be drink vending machines available. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Applications to participate in the Craft Fair must include: 1) three photographs representative of the goods to be sold, and at least one photograph of your display booth, 2) booth fee, and 3) the attached completed and signed application form. Photographs are required and will be used as the basis of the quality of goods and exhibits. All applicants, including past applicants, must submit photos of their items. Photos may be submitted electronically to recstaff@ovparks.com. It is the responsibility of the vendor to verify his/her application has been received. Vendors selected to participate in the Craft Fair will be chosen by a jury. Selection criteria include the quality of the product, whether the products are handcrafted or unique, duplication of product category, the date the application is received, and past participation in District activities. The first selection review process will be held September 24, 2016. All applications received by this date shall have an equal chance at their preferred booth space. If after the first selection review spaces are still available for the Craft Fair, the OVparks will jury and add participants as necessary. Exhibitors should place as much detail about their products as possible, and list all items to be sold on the original application. Items presented on the day of the event that are not represented on the application will not be allowed on the selling floor. If the exhibitor refuses to remove the items, the exhibitor will be asked to leave the event, forfeiting their event fees. Non-residents of Orangevale will pay an additional $3 fee.
Craft Fair Exhibitor fees are as follows: 1. Craft or Display Booth 10x10 or 5x20 - single $70 ($73 NR) ($10 additional fee for corner) 2. Craft or Display Booth 10x20 - double $125 ($128 NR) ($10 additional fee for corner) 3. Electricity (one plug-in per booth) $25 for initial hook-up ($5 for each additional) There is a $10 additional fee for any crafter asking for a corner booth, middle row booth, or 5x20 booth. This is due to those spaces having more foot traffic. The $10 fee is for the duration of the event, not per day, and will be an additional fee that must be paid 30 days in advance of the Fair. All meeting room booths will not be charged the extra corner space fee. In addition to the booth fee, each approved exhibitor is required to provide a valid sellers permit with their application or at check-in. No vendor will be permitted to set-up without first providing a copy of a valid California Seller s Permit. Permits can be applied for using the contact information provided at the bottom of this page. If more than one vendor is sharing a booth each seller must provide a valid sellers permit. All Craft Fair vendors must donate one gift item (no less than $10 in value) to be used as a door prize item. All door prize items must be an item being sold at your booth space. Please label your door prize so we can announce your booth space when calling the winners. No food or food samples with the intention of being sold are permitted at the Craft Fair. All vendors must be present for the duration of the event. Check-in for the event will be between 8:30am and 1pm on Friday for vendors. Set-up must be completed by 1pm on Friday. There is no additional commission charged to participate in the Fair. Your payment should be made to OVparks, and must accompany your application materials. This payment should only include the single or double booth fee as well as the electrical fee. Since corner spaces are assigned and not guaranteed this fee will be charged at a later date and must be paid 30 days in advance of the Fair. There is a $25 service charge on all returned checks. Payments from exhibitors who are not accepted into the Fair will be returned or shredded within two weeks of October 14th, 2016, OR two weeks after receiving the application. Upon acceptance into the Craft Fair, a letter of confirmation will be sent to each participating exhibitor with a promotional flyer, event information, and current updates on the Fair. Promotional materials will be made available online. All exhibitors will be notified of their acceptance to the Craft Fair within 30 days of the event. Limited overnight parking is available, with no access to RV hookups or restroom facilities. REFUND POLICY Exhibitors may cancel their booth reservation prior to October 14 th, 2016 with a $25 cancellation fee. There will be no refunds given after October 14 th, 2016. If the event is canceled by the OVparks due to inclement weather and/or other circumstances beyond the OVparks control, the OVparks will issue a 50% refund on booth application fees. The District will retain the remaining 50% of the booth application fee to cover event expenses already incurred due to promotions, advertising, contract entertainment, staffing, and other miscellaneous expenses. No alternate date will be set during this year. If the event is canceled well in advance of the event date for other reasons, the OVparks shall issue full refunds of all application fees. BOARD OF EQUALIZATION CALIFORNIA SELLER S PERMIT INFORMATION Sacramento 3321 Power Inn Rd., Ste. 210 Sacramento, CA 95826-3889 (916) 227-6700 FAX (916) 227-6746 http://www.taxes.ca.gov/ Get a Seller s Permit link is on the main page of their website
19th Annual Holiday Craft Fair Friday, November 18th & Saturday, November 19th, 2016 (PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY) Craft Vendor Application Name of Business: Contact Name: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Fax Number: Email: State Board of Equalization Seller s Permit Number: Must attach a copy of your personal valid seller s permit with your application or submit 2 weeks prior to the first date of the event, no exceptions. Please COMPLETE the required chart below, incomplete applications will not be accepted. All items must state handmade or not. Percentage column must add up to 100%. Additional pages may be attached if needed. This is required to better place like sales booths separately. Name of Product Handmade Yes or No Sale Price Percentage of Items Selling Various Soaps Yes $5 25% Various Necklaces Yes $10-$35 75%
Please select the following booth assignments that are acceptable: Auditorium Booth assignment is acceptable Meeting Room assignment is acceptable (all Meeting Room assignments are corner booths, no extra fee) You must select which above areas are acceptable otherwise your space assignment will be at the Staff s discretion. Booth location is not sent out however you will be informed of the room location upon acceptance. I prefer a single 10x10 booth Booth Assignments I prefer two 10 x 10 booths (double space) I prefer 5 x20 booth ($10 fee applies) I prefer a corner or middle row ($10 fee applies) Number of Electrical Hook-Ups Requested (additional fees apply): All sale spaces are limited to two vendors per booth, no exceptions. In my booth space set-up I will be using a canopy, pop-up, or other tent devise * *If you will be using any such devise that may interfere with other vendors and do not check this box prior to your arrival you may be moved or denied your ideal booth space. I understand that the Craft Fair fee ONLY includes the sale space and I will be required to provide my own tables, chairs, and display equipment. Please Initial Please list your top 3 booth choices*: 1) 2) 3) Additional Requests or Special Notes (space requests are not guaranteed*) Registration Payment If paying by check ONLY put the booth fee down, without any extra fees i.e. corner space, electric, etc. If the application is approved per your requests you may make an additional payment for the difference. This helps eliminate returned checks due to the wrong fees listed. Credit Card Type: MasterCard VISACard Expiration Date: \ Card No. Authorized Cardholder Signature: Date: Check Payment Cash Payment Money Order/Cashier s Check Payment Is your application complete? Application (3 pages)* Payment Seller s Permit Photos *Application must be completely filled out and signed to be considered complete PLEASE RETURN APPLICATION FORM, FEES, AND PERMIT TO: OVparks 6826 Hazel Avenue Orangevale, CA 95662 (916) 988-4373 / Fax (916) 988-3496 / recstaff@ovparks.com
19 th Annual Holiday Craft Fair Exhibitor Agreement This agreement is entered into by the OVparks and the Exhibitor completing, signing, and returning the application form. Exhibitor agrees to abide by all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to the health, fire prevention, public safety, business licenses, and sales tax permits. In addition, the exhibitor agrees to the terms and conditions of the attached application policy and procedures. Exhibitor has read and understands the rules governing the participation in the 19th Annual Holiday Craft Fair, and understands that failure to comply with all stated rules and regulations may result in the denied participation in the OVparks event with forfeiture of all event fees. The Exhibitor hereby indemnifies and holds harmless the OVparks, its agents, and employees, from any and all claims, causes of action suits, damages, injuries, and losses to any person or goods arising out of or connected in any way to said Exhibitor s participation in this event. For the purpose of this agreement, the term participation shall include, but not be limited to, the delivery of equipment, merchandise, structures, and product to their designated location, the set up and display of any such structure and products, and the dismantling and removal of all such items from the area provided through the OVparks for the event participation. Vendors will have two hours after the event closure to pack and remove items; failure to do so may affect your acceptance at future OVparks events. The Exhibitor hereby expressly assumes any risk of harm to the Exhibitor arising out of their participation and participation of other Exhibitors in the 19th Annual Holiday Craft Fair, including any risk resulting from the particular location of the space designated to them by the OVparks. The Exhibitor hereby expressly assumes any risk for damages and/or stolen products as a result of said participation. The Exhibitor further understands and agrees to the following rules of participation: To have present on the days of the event, my valid seller s permit To park in designated parking areas for Exhibitors To only sell the items listed on my application To provide a $10 door prize at the time of check-in To not solicit customers from other booth spaces To allow no pets, audio/visual equipment, smoking, or alcoholic beverages To not exceed the assigned space size To conduct myself in a positive and professional manner To not sell or offer food samples To not infringe on walkways, safety exits, and neighboring booth spaces To comply with all stated refund policies This agreement shall be effective immediately upon execution and shall continue throughout the event period. Exhibitor Printed Name Exhibitor Signature Date
Meeting Room All spaces are regular 10x10 booth fee, there is no extra corner fee Map Key Electric box Corner Space Entrance Gym/Auditorium All spaces are regular 10x10 booth fee, unless shaded ($10 fee applies) Entrance